1988 Breeders' Cup Distaff. The undefeated Personal Ensign rallies from well off the pace and appearing hopelessly defeated at the head of the lane to nip that year's Kentucky Derby winner Winning Colors at the wire.

There will always be stories to tell. Tales of overcoming adversity, woven words of wisdom about triumph in the face of tragedy.

The 2001 Breeders' Cup Classic, held at Belmont Park in New York City, less than 45 days after the 9/11 tragedy. Track announcer Tom Durkin's emphatic "Tiznow wins it for America" call as the colt wins his second straight Classic.

There are tales of sheer bravery. The filly that defied a century of futility (and a horrible getaway from the gate).

The 2007 Belmont Stakes. Rags To Riches and jockey John Velasquez, in an all-out drive after a wide trip, overcoming Robby Albarado's masterful ride on Curlin, defeating that one at the wire and ending a streak of over 100 years where a filly couldn't win the third jewel of racing's Triple Crown.

Racing scribes and fans will invariably have stories to tell about their all-time favorite race, or races.

It's very possible that such a memory could take place Saturday as the field turns for home in the Run For The Roses.

And, win or lose, that's why horse racing remains the sport of kings.

So? Did you find the clue?

No? Tsk, tsk for you, but that's alright. Read through that 2007 paragraph again, check the entries for Saturday's Derby field and you'll have your clue.

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